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In Congo-Brazzaville, Denis Sassou Nguesso declares himself ready for a fifth term

While DR Congo is struggling against M23 soldiers to preserve the independence of the Eastern region, the tiny neighbor Republic of the Congo is preparing himself for the upcoming presidential elections. Planned in March, the ballot could result in a fifth term for the current president of the country, Denis Sassou Nguesso. After more than forty years of reign, Denis Sassou Nguesso is not tired … Continue reading In Congo-Brazzaville, Denis Sassou Nguesso declares himself ready for a fifth term

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Benin relies on tourism (and voodoo) to develop the country

Tourism can be an efficient way to develop one’s country. Some states in the world mainly rely on foreign tourists to thrive, and it is sometimes the only resource for some other countries. In Benin, President Patrice Talon decided to make tourism a key success factor of Benin’s development. And the voodoo tradition is clearly part of the strategy. Did you hear about the Vodun … Continue reading Benin relies on tourism (and voodoo) to develop the country

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FIFA World Cup 2026 : Africa knows

The drawing lots of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, organized in Canada, United States and Mexico from June 11 to July 19 next year, took place last Friday in Washington DC. This 23rd edition will gather 48 countries instead of the 32 ones usually summoned. What kind of contenders for our African representatives? For those who witnessed the good performances of Senegal in 2002 during … Continue reading FIFA World Cup 2026 : Africa knows

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Lifestyle & Travel, welcome

A few tips to avoid the Christmas rush in department stores

This is it. The Christmas rush has officially been launched. Hundreds of parents, children and relatives are taking over the different department stores of your city to find the perfect gift to offer. If queuing for 35 minutes makes you feel upset, here are a few tips you maybe already know to help you to live the moment differently (and in a better way and … Continue reading A few tips to avoid the Christmas rush in department stores

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Public debt: Senegal seeks help, IMF responds on the spot

The economic situation in Senegal is not thriving at all. Worse than that, the economic woes lived by the country obliged the State to seek help and ask the IMF (International Monetary Fund) to do something. Without forgetting to blame the former government for the current situation. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye was surely expecting a better financial and economic situation when he won the elections … Continue reading Public debt: Senegal seeks help, IMF responds on the spot

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